Computer Science and Design Teacher - High School 100%

The Computer Science and Design Teacher is expected to:

• Teach Computer Science/Design courses in the High School (from MYP, IBDP, AP, BTEC and/or ISZL courses) and maintain curriculum documentation for these courses.
• Demonstrate a commitment to student centred and inquiry driven pedagogy.
• Involve students in planning for their own learning through appropriate and regular assessment;
• Plan and implement significant units of work within a framework of continuity and progression;
• Using a variety of different teaching strategies and resources to cater for a variety of different learning situations, abilities, and styles. Experience of UDL planning is an advantage but not essential.
• Offering regular, written, formative feedback on student progress.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management that shows an understanding of the academic, social and emotional dimensions of learning.
• Participating in Personal Development Week (experiential education trip) and our Personal Development Programme (i.e, teaching PSHE, Homeroom or Service as Action).
• Be able to offer a co-curricular activity or sports team coaching after school as part of our wider programme.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the school through performing regular duties and being familiar with school policies.
• Lead by example and partner with students in their engagement with the community, locally, nationally, and internationally. 

Working with ISZL Colleagues

• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure departmental and school-wide philosophical alignment.
• Collaborate within course teams to review, develop and refine the Design and Computer Science courses to maximise and enhance student learning.
• Participate in departmental, divisional and schoolwide meetings as appropriate.
• Engage with colleagues to deepen practice and learn from each other through regular meetings, lesson observations and professional development opportunities.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to professional learning, reading and demonstrate professional curiosity.

Working with ISZL Parents and External Community

• Engage parents as a true partner in the learning process.
• Keep parents informed about the learning of their children, and be proactive in communication with parents.
• Display student work to showcase their learning and accomplishments.
• Present occasionally at parent evenings.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• Please refer to ISZL’s Candidate Profile
• The candidate should hold a recognised teaching qualification or certification

Application Process

• Submit one PDF with a letter of interest and CV via the application link found in the Employment section of ISZL’s website